The Thule Chasm collection expands
With the arrival of the new Thule Chasm 30L duffle bag and a range of practical storage accessories, Thule presents an update to the Thule Chasm collection.
Keep reading...Luigi Carnevali S.a.s. was founded in the early 1900s, specialising in the production and sale of buckles, trimmings and embroidery. At the time, the company had also taken over the representation of the French company ‘Leon’, which was particularly renowned for the production of highly valuable vermeil (a variety of gilded silver) enamelled buckles. Luigi Carnevali’s dedication to the beautiful and well-made aroused and still arouses the interest of a very discerning clientele that includes prestigious brands and Maisons including, to name but a few: Bottega Veneta, Prada, Gucci, Luis Vuitton and Cristian Louboutin. Devoted to innovative, quality products, the company introduced gutta-percha to Italy: an exclusive material, of which Luigi Carnevali is still the dealer, made from the incredibly breathable natural rubber used to reinforce leather. The merger in 2017 with the sister company Resinoll, a leader in the production and marketing of thermo-adhesives for garments, has made Luigi Carnevali competitive at 360°: in footwear, leather and fabric clothing.
But why talk about a company’s past when it is the challenges of the present that are pressing? Because it is on those solid foundations that the Italian company continues to rest its future developments, because it is thanks to the know-how acquired over more than one hundred years of history that today it can provide customers with the best possible solutions, operating not just as a supplier, but as a true consultant. On the strength of its long course, today we could call Luigi Carnevali the Mr. Wolf of footwear and leather goods, the partner that solves your problems!
“Our objective – stresses Alessandro Crivello, Sales Manager – is not simply to sell, but first of all to understand the real needs of our customers, identify the most suitable reinforcement and only then propose it. With more than 50 products always in stock, we are able to guarantee quick and efficient deliveries.”
What are the most popular products on the market lately?
“For the past ten years or so, the most popular type of product has been that which gives materials a soft hand and great comfort. Thanks to our in-depth knowledge of materials and products, we have been able to meet the needs of the market by supplying very light reinforcements to which we apply a very thin layer of thermoadhesive which, while guaranteeing excellent bonding performance, does not go through the reinforcement during use, preserving the original characteristics of the reinforced leather. Products for footwear and leather goods in cotton and polyester are perfect for soft but workable performance.”
How has the work of suppliers changed over the years?
“Today, work is very fragmented and each customer requires a good amount of customisation. It is essential to be able to solve customers’ problems as well as being able to develop ad hoc products when needed. We have to play a very similar role to consultancy, to test for them. Our strength is also to be able to present new products already applied on prototypes.”
Speaking of new, many sustainable solutions are being developed for the sector…
“This is undoubtedly one of the most pressing demands that we too have been working on and continue to work on. This is demonstrated by a new product line, made from recycled materials of natural origin and other sustainable components, GRS certified and designed for those who favour the use of ecological reinforcements. We have grasped this need and committed ourselves to finding the best possible solution. This is our strength.”
